Florissant Deed Records

Florissant deed records are filed with the St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds. With a population around 50,000, Florissant is one of the largest cities in St. Louis County and one of the oldest settlements in the entire state. The city traces its roots to French colonial times in the late 1700s, and its Old Town Historic District reflects that long history. All warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, deeds of trust, plats, and surveys for Florissant property go through the St. Louis County Recorder, since Missouri handles deed recordings at the county level.

Florissant Deed Records at St. Louis County

The St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds handles all deed filings for Florissant. The St. Louis County Recorder's office is in Clayton, which is the county seat. St. Louis County has 91 municipalities, and Florissant is one of the largest. The recorder's office processes a high volume of recordings each year from across the county.

You can search St. Louis County deed records in person at the Clayton office during business hours. The recorder maintains Direct and Indirect indexes per RSMo Chapter 59. Staff can help look up documents by grantor name, grantee name, book and page, or legal description. The county also offers online search tools for deed records.

The City of Florissant website provides information on city services, zoning, and building permits. While the city does not handle deed recordings, you may need city permits for construction or renovation projects that affect your property records at the county level.

Search Florissant Deed Records Online

St. Louis County offers online access to deed records through its search portal. You can look up documents from a computer or phone without visiting the Clayton office. The county also accepts electronic recordings through vendors like Simplifile, iCounty Technologies, and CSC. Under RSMo 59.563, Missouri recorders can accept electronic filings.

E-recording is popular in St. Louis County given the high volume of transactions. Title companies and attorneys can submit documents online and get them recorded the same day. No sign-up or maintenance fees apply with most vendors. Payment goes through ACH. You can submit warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, deeds of trust, releases, assignments, and most other standard real estate documents electronically.

The St. Louis County Library system also has property research resources. The Missouri State Archives holds St. Louis County land records from 1812 through 1969, covering the earliest settlement period in the area. Per RSMo 59.003, records after 1969 must come from the county recorder.

Florissant Deed Records and Colonial Property

Florissant was founded in 1786 as a French colonial settlement, originally called "Fleurissant," meaning "blooming." Some property in the area has a chain of title that goes back to French and Spanish land grants from before the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. These very early records are held by the Missouri State Archives and the Missouri Digital Heritage program.

The Old Town Historic District in Florissant has properties with long ownership histories. The St. Ferdinand Shrine and other landmarks reflect the French colonial era. If you are tracing the chain of title for a property in this area, you may need to go back to pre-statehood records at the State Archives. The State Historical Society of Missouri has a St. Louis research center with collections covering the metro area.

Modern deed records for Florissant property are at the St. Louis County Recorder. Under RSMo 442.380, all conveyances must be recorded in the county where the land is located.

Florissant Deed Records Fees

Recording fees for Florissant property follow state law. The first page is $24 and each additional page costs $3. Non-standard documents that do not meet RSMo 59.310 formatting rules get a $25 penalty.

Plat recordings cost $44 for the first 18" x 24" page and $25 for additional pages. Surveys are $24 for the first page at that size. Copy fees run about $1 per page for uncertified copies. Part of each recording fee goes to the Local Records Preservation Fund ($1), Missouri Land Survey Fund ($1), and Missouri Housing Trust Fund ($3). Checks are payable to the St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds.

Document Standards for Florissant

All documents for Florissant property must meet Missouri's formatting standards under RSMo 59.310. Use 8.5" x 11" white or light paper, black ink, at least 8-point type, one-sided printing. The first page needs a 3-inch top margin, the document title, date, grantor and grantee names, addresses, and full legal description. A notary acknowledgment with valid seal per RSMo Chapter 486 is required.

The Recorders' Association of Missouri provides formatting guidelines that apply at the St. Louis County office. Documents signed before January 1, 2002 are exempt from these standards.

Transfer on Death Deeds in Florissant

Transfer on Death deeds are available for Florissant property under RSMo 461.025. A TOD deed names a beneficiary who gets your property when you die, without probate. The deed must include a legal description, be notarized, and be recorded with St. Louis County before the owner's death. The owner keeps full control during their lifetime and can revoke the deed any time. Lady bird deeds are not recognized in Missouri.

Are Florissant Deed Records Public

Yes. All deed records for Florissant are public under the Missouri Sunshine Law (RSMo Chapter 610). Anyone can inspect and copy records during business hours without giving a reason. The St. Louis County Recorder must provide access during normal office hours.

Nearby Cities

Florissant is in the northern part of St. Louis County, close to the City of St. Louis.

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